Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Hinduism
Buddhism
Marriage as Sacred Covenant
Beyond the ceremony, marriage itself is understood as a sacred bond across traditions — a covenant before God that mirrors the divine relationship with creation. The permanence and sanctity of the marital commitment reflect deep theological convictions about fidelity and love.
Across the World's Religions
Christianity
- الممارسة
- Marriage as covenant — reflecting Christ and the Church
- Key Text
- Ephesians 5:31-32; Genesis 2:24; Malachi 2:14
Islam
- الممارسة
- Mithaqan ghalidhan — marriage as solemn covenant
- Key Text
- Quran 4:21, 30:21
Judaism
- الممارسة
- Kiddushin — sanctification; ketubah (marriage contract)
- Key Text
- Genesis 2:24; Malachi 2:14; Hosea 2:19-20
Hinduism
- الممارسة
- Vivaha samskara — marriage as sacred sacrament for seven lifetimes
- Key Text
- Rig Veda 10.85; Bhagavad Gita 7:11
Buddhism
- الممارسة
- Marriage as mutual commitment; duties of husband and wife
- Key Text
- DN 31 (Sigalovada Sutta); AN 4.55